Whenever I have to go on stage, I get butterflies in my stomach.She always has butterflies in her stomach before a test.
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get butterflies in (one's) stomach
To have a feeling of nervousness, often before a performance or undertaking of some kind. I always get butterflies in my stomach before I go on stage and perform.
get/have ˈbutterflies (in your stomach)
(informal) get/have a nervous feeling in your stomach before doing something: I always get butterflies (in my stomach) before an interview.